Blue

#0126E5

About Hex Color #0126E5

The hexadecimal color #0126E5 represents a deep, saturated blue hue. In the RGB color model, it consists of 01 red, 26 green, and E5 blue. This translates to a very small amount of red and green, with a dominant presence of blue, resulting in the striking blue color. Hex color codes are widely used in web design and digital graphics to precisely specify colors. This particular shade of blue can evoke feelings of trust, intelligence, and calmness. It's often associated with technology, professionalism, and stability. In color theory, #0126E5 lies in the blue portion of the color spectrum and can be combined with complementary colors like yellow to create visually appealing contrasts. It’s a versatile color that can be used in various design contexts, from website backgrounds to branding elements.

The hex color #0126E5, a deep and vibrant blue, presents some accessibility challenges, particularly in text applications. Its relatively low luminance value means that using it as a text color against a white or very light background may result in insufficient contrast, making it difficult for users with visual impairments to read. According to WCAG guidelines, a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 is recommended for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Therefore, when using #0126E5 for text, it's crucial to pair it with a very light color like white (#FFFFFF) or a very pale yellow to ensure readability. When using it for backgrounds, it's advisable to use lighter color text. It's also important to consider users with color blindness when using this color in combination with others. Always test color combinations with accessibility tools to ensure they meet the required contrast ratios and are distinguishable for individuals with different types of color vision deficiencies.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
1 38 229
RGB1 38 229
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
230.26deg 99.13% 45.1%
230.2699.1345.1HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
230.26deg 0.39% 10.2%
230.260.3910.2HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0126E5
rgb1 38 229
hsl230.26deg 99.13% 45.1%
cmyk99.56% 83.41% 0% 10.2%
hwb230.26deg 0.39% 10.2%
xyz-d650.15 0.07 0.75
oklch0.4399 0.2731 264.28
oklab0.4399 -0.03 -0.27
CMYK
99.56% 83.41% 0% 10.2%
99.5683.41010.2CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.15 0.07 0.75
0.150.070.75XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.4399 0.2731 264.28
0.43990.2731264.28LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.4399 -0.03 -0.27
0.4399-0.03-0.27LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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